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Dog Thief Sought In Stratford: VIDEO

Police are asking for help with identifying the person who stole a family's dog from a front yard in Stratford.

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Surveillance image of the person who stole a family's dog from a front yard in Stratford on May 1, according to police. (Image via the Stratford Police Department)
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STRATFORD, CT — Police are asking for help with identifying the suspect that stole a dog from a front yard in Stratford over the weekend.

“Simba,” a 1-year-old Cavapoo, was stolen from a front yard on McKinley Avenue near the dead end at about 1 p.m. on May 1.

Police shared video of the suspect on Friday night.

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The suspect is wearing a blue hoodie with insignia in the upper middle back area, light colored pants, and dark shoes, according to police.

Police are asking anyone who lives in the area and has any video surveillance that shows the thief walking/getting into a vehicle to forward it to Pfressola@townofstratford.com.

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See also: Heartbroken Family Seeks Beloved Dog

Anyone who can identify the suspect is asked to call 203-385-4100 or use the Tip411 app. All tips will be kept confidential, according to police.

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